What Is Farrah Abraham's Net Worth?
Farrah Abraham is an American reality television personality, aspiring model, singer, and writer with an estimated net worth of $1 million. She gained fame through her appearances on MTV's 'Teen Mom' and from a widely publicized sex tape released in 2013.
Early Life
Born on May 31, 1991, in Omaha, Nebraska, Farrah Abraham was raised in Council Bluffs, Iowa. She has a diverse heritage, including Syrian, Italian, Danish, and Sicilian ancestry from her parents Michael Abraham and Debra Danielsen, whose marriage ended in 2010. Debra later married Dr. David Merz in 2017.
Television Career
At 17, Farrah Abraham was cast on the MTV reality show '16 and Pregnant' in 2008, documenting pregnant teenagers' lives. She gave birth to her daughter, Sophia Laurent Abraham, on February 23, 2009. Tragically, Sophia's father, Derek Underwood, died in a car accident just before her birth.
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Abraham’s story continued on the MTV spin-off series 'Teen Mom,' where she shared her journey alongside fellow stars Maci Bookout, Catelynn Lowell, and Amber Portwood. The show chronicled her life as a young mother and significant milestones, including her decision to move to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, leaving her daughter with her parents.
In Florida, she attended the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale, where she earned an associate's degree in culinary arts and management. The 'Teen Mom' series concluded in 2012.
Farrah continued her television career with a stint on VH1's 'Couples Therapy,' appearing as the only solo cast member following her partner's refusal to join. She was also featured in 'Being Farrah' and participated in the British reality show 'Celebrity Big Brother' in 2015, representing the US.
Music and Book
In August 2012, Farrah Abraham released her debut studio album 'My Teenage Dream Ended,' along with a memoir of the same title. Despite receiving negative reviews, she ventured further into the music industry with the single 'Blowin'' and its music video in March 2014.
Sex Tape and Other Work
In 2013, Farrah sold a self-filmed sex tape featuring adult film actor James Deen for $1.5 million. The tape, titled 'Farrah Superstar: Backdoor Teen Mom,' earned her significant royalties, reportedly $60,000 per month at one point, and a nomination for an AVN Award.
Following her reality TV fame, Farrah became a regular in gossip magazines and tabloids. In 2014, she signed a lucrative contract with Palazio's Gentleman's Club in Austin, Texas, worth $544,000. She has also ventured into acting, with roles in the films 'Adam K' and 'Axeman 2: Overkill' in 2017.
